Salem Karam 1kg Spicy Salem Gundu Chilli Pack

Salem chillies, also known as Salem gundu chili or boriya mirch, are a type of large, round red chili with a high level of spiciness. They are widely used in Indian cooking, particularly for adding flavor and heat to dishes like tadkas, salsa, and various curries. When dried, the chili's skin turns translucent red-brown, and the seeds rattle inside.


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Salem Karam (1 kg) is made from premium Salem chillies, also called Salem gundu or boriya mirch, known for their round shape and intense spiciness. Ideal for home cooks and professionals who love bold flavours, this karam adds rich colour, aroma and heat to tadkas, curries, chutneys and salsa. The dried chillies develop a translucent red-brown skin with seeds that rattle inside, ensuring authentic taste, strong pungency and dependable consistency. Carefully cleaned and packed at 2 241 A VARAGALIROAD MAMIDI CHILAKUR, it delivers reliable quality in every batch. Perfect for South Indian, North Indian and fusion dishes, this generous pack offers great value for regular kitchen use and bulk cooking needs.

Made from authentic Salem gundu round red chillies
High spiciness for bold, flavourful Indian cooking
Adds rich colour, aroma and appetising appearance
Ideal for tadkas, curries, chutneys and salsa
Cleaned and hygienically packed for safe use
Economical 1kg pack for regular kitchen use

Use whole, broken or ground. For tadka, heat oil or ghee, add 1–3 chillies and sauté until aromatic, then pour over your dish. For curries and chutneys, dry roast or fry, then grind with other ingredients. Adjust quantity based on desired spice level. Store in a cool, dry, airtight container.

Salem karam (1 kg) is made from Salem gundu chillies, known for their round shape, deep red-brown colour and high heat. They deliver bold flavour, strong aroma and vibrant colour, making them ideal for tadkas, sambar, rasam, pickles and chutneys, especially in authentic South Indian cooking.

Yes, Salem karam is generally spicier than many regular red chilli varieties. Salem gundu chillies have a high heat level along with a robust, slightly smoky flavour. When using salem karam (1 kg) in recipes, start with a smaller quantity and increase gradually to match your family’s spice tolerance.

You can use Salem karam in tadka, gravies, chutneys and dry sabzis. Add whole or broken chillies to hot oil or ghee for tempering, or roast and grind them into masala pastes and podis. It enhances colour, heat and aroma in sambar, rasam, curries and even spicy salsa recipes.

Yes, you can grind Salem karam into a vibrant, spicy chilli powder. Lightly dry roast the chillies to remove moisture, cool completely and then grind to desired fineness. Store the powder in an airtight container. This homemade powder offers fresh aroma and consistent heat for all Indian dishes.

Store salem karam (1 kg) in an airtight container, away from moisture, direct sunlight and heat. Keep it in a cool, dry kitchen cupboard. For long-term storage, you can divide it into smaller packs. Proper storage helps retain the chillies’ colour, aroma and spiciness for several months.